Ah, camp! That awesome place where, in only a week, mini shreds become monsters and intermediate riders become park rats. It’s kind of like boot camp, really: Wake up to the blaring alarm at six a.m., throw on your gear, and head out to meet the troops on the battlefield. Then, it’s practice, practice, practice, until the last lift, when you head in with one hell of a grin on your sunburned face.

    Your day doesn’t end there, though. Most camps offer more extreme sports to keep you revved up all session, including everything from skateboarding and paintball to BMX and watersports. Finally, when your tired body wins over your will to stay up any longer, it’s lights out for just long enough to energize your physical for another day of the same. Whether you’re actually young or just young at heart, on skis or on a snowboard, ride with the best in the industry in a magical place where winter never ends. If you’re looking to reach your goals or only want people to ride with, definitely check into a camp.